Portable Air Conditioner
Model Number A018D-12C
USER MANUAL
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
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Contents
Page
03 Important Safety Instructions
07 R290-Specific Safety Advice
09 Getting Started
10 Product Overview
14 Installation
16 Instructions
19 FAQs & Troubleshooting Guide
20 Other Useful Information
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Important Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with
this type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk
of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Make sure you
understand all instructions and warnings. Keep the manual in a safe place for
future reference, along with any warranty information, your purchase receipt
and the original packaging. If you sell or transfer ownership of this product,
pass on these instructions to the new owner.
Always follow basic safety precautions and accident prevention
measures when using an electrical appliance, including the following:
Electrical safety and cord handling
• Voltage: Before turning on the air conditioner, ensure the electrical voltage
and circuit frequency correspond to those indicated on the appliance.
• Socket: Ensure your electrical outlet is properly installed and earthed and
complies with your local electrical safety requirements.
• Moisture: To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate the appliance
with wet hands; never submerge it in water or spill liquids into it. Do not use
it in a bathroom or laundry, or where it can be splashed with water.
• Power supply cord: Do not kink or damage the cord. Do not pull the cord
or place it near a heat source. Always unwind the cord completely to avoid
overheating. Run the cord in such a way so that no one will trip over it.
• Extension cord/adaptor: Do not use this appliance with an extension cord
or power adaptor.
• Damaged cord: If the supply cord is damaged, do not use the appliance.
A damaged power supply cord must be replaced by the manufacturer or
its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Contact our after sales support centre.
• WARNING: Do not use when damaged! In case of damage, switch off the
appliance, unplug it and contact our after sales support centre. Do not pick
up or operate a damaged appliance, or after it malfunctions or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
• Power button: Do not use the mains plug to start and stop the unit; always
use the power button to start and stop the unit.
• Switching on/off: Do not use the mains plug to start and stop the unit;
always use the POWER button on the control panel or remote control to
start and stop the unit.
• Disconnect: Turn off the unit first and then unplug it when it is not in use
and before maintenance or cleaning, but do not unplug it when it is in
operation, as this could create a spark and cause a fire. Grip by the plug,
do not pull by the cord when disconnecting.
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Important Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• RCD: The installation of a residual current device (safety switch) is
recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical
appliances. It is advisable that a safety switch with a rated residual
operating current not exceeding 30mA be installed in the electrical circuit
supplying the appliance. See your electrician for professional advice.
Usage conditions and restrictions
• Intended use: This appliance is intended for air conditioning indoor
domestic environments. It is not suitable for commercial, industrial or trade
use. Do not use it for any other purpose (such as drying clothes, cooling
food, etc.), and only use it as described in this manual.
• Common sense: These instructions are not intended to cover every
possible condition and situation. As with any electrical appliance, common
sense and caution are therefore always recommended when installing,
operating and maintaining the unit.
• No outdoor use: Do not use the unit outdoors. It is for indoor use only.
• Usage restriction: This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved.
• No external timer: This appliance is not intended to be used with an
external timer or a separate remote control system.
• WARNING: Do not cover! Do not cover the air conditioner or obstruct any
air inlet or outlet grilles. Obstructing these openings causes a fire hazard,
reduces the operating efficiency and may lead to malfunction or damage.
• Air outlets: Do not insert any objects, or your fingers, into the air outlet,
and make sure to warn children of the dangers. Keep ventilation openings
clear of obstructions.
• Children: Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Unattended: Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• Attachments: The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
• Start-up settings: Set the unit to maximum cooling and high speed
ventilation for the initial startup, then adjust the unit down to a more
comfortable setting as required.
• Airflow: Do not direct the airflow onto plants or animals, as long and direct
exposure to cold air from the air conditioner could adversely affect them.
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Important Safety Instructions (Cont.)
Installation
• Proper installation: Install the appliance according to the instructions in
this manual and national wiring regulations. Improper installation may result
in the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury.
• WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Before installation or servicing, ensure
the unit is switched off and disconnected from the power outlet to prevent
possible injury.
• The location: When deciding on an installation place, keep in mind that
the area must be flat, the air outlets must not be covered up, and there
must be a properly earthed 220~240V~ 50Hz power outlet nearby.
• Cold air exposure: Never remain directly exposed to the flow of cold air
for a long time, as direct and prolonged exposure to cold air from the air
conditioner could be dangerous for your health. Take particular care in
rooms where there are children, old, or sick people.
• Moving the appliance: When moving the air conditioner, always turn it off
first and disconnect the power supply, and move it slowly. Keep the unit
upward during transport and storage.
Cleaning and maintenance
• Disconnect: Make sure the appliance is disconnected from the power
supply when it will not be used for a long time and before carrying out any
cleaning or maintenance.
• Air filters: Keep the air filters clean. Do not use the unit without the
air filters fitted. Using it without air filters could cause an excessive
accumulation of dust or waste on the inner parts of the device with
possible subsequent failures.
• Service and repair: The air conditioner has no user-serviceable parts
contained inside. Do not attempt to disassemble, modify or conduct
repairs on this unit. It has been built in accordance with relevant safety and
performance standards. An electrical specialist must carry out all repairs.
Contact our after sales support centre for advice on service.
• Unplug the appliance immediately if you notice any smoke, odour or
strange sounds coming from the unit. Call for a service.
• Risk of fire: This appliance contains a flammable refrigerant. Do not open
the appliance. In case of damage or malfunction, turn off the appliance,
disconnect the power supply and call our after sales support centre for a
service.
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Important Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• Do NOT install/use the appliance in the following areas:
– outdoors or where water is likely to splash
– near a bath, shower, laundry basin or swimming pool
– in an area where oil is likely to splash
– near a hot gas or electric burner, or sources of fire
– near sources of heat, or exposed to direct sunlight
– in an area where furniture or other objects can obstruct the airflow
– in the presence of flammable substances or vapour such as alcohol,
insecticides, petrol, etc.
– at a dry cleaner’s premises.
• Clearances: There must be a clearance of at least 30cm between the
appliance and any walls, furniture, curtains or any other obstacles (refer to
Fig. 1, below). Maintaining this minimum 30cm clearance is essential; failure
to keep that distance can result in the unit malfunctioning or causing injury.
• Window application: The air exhaust can be installed in a vertical or
horizontal sliding window (refer to Fig. 2, below).
• Air exhaust installation instructions follow on pages 14–15. Keep the length
of the air exhaust hose to the minimum length necessary during operation.
• Upright position: Place the unit on a flat surface to reduce the risk of it tipping
over. Do not tilt the unit, always keep it upright during installation and use.
• Misuse: We accept no responsibility for any eventual injuries or damages
caused by improper installation, faulty use or failure to follow the instructions.
• Pressure specifications:
Permissible excessive operating pressure Discharge 2.6MPa
Suction 1.0MPa
Maximum allowable pressure Discharge 3.2MPa
Suction 1.2MPA
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
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Important safety precautions concerning refrigerant R290
WARNING: Combustible & Dangerous
This symbol alerts you to take care as the appliance contains
a flammable refrigerant: R290 (propane). Take extra care when
installing the unit and when carrying out maintenance.
R290-SpecicSafetyAdvice
The refrigerant used in this air conditioner, R290 (propane) is a colourless and
odourless hydrocarbon gas. Although R290 is highly flammable, it is an efficient
refrigerant with a high level of environmental compatibility, with a low Global
Warming Potential (GWP) and no potential for ozone depletion. While R290
is highly flammable, there will be no risk of burning and explosion if the air
conditioner is properly installed and maintained following all instructions and
safety advice in this manual.
• The room in which this air conditioner is installed must have a minimum area
of more than 12m2. (This unit is designed for use in a room of approximately
18–23m2 size.)
• Do not expose the appliance to high heat, sparks and open flames.
• The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating
sources, such as open flames, an operating ignition gas appliance or an
operating electric heater.
• Do not pierce or burn the appliance.
• This air conditioner has been fully charged with refrigerant at the factory.
Should a recharge of refrigerant become necessary, it may only be recharged
by a professional installer.
• Maintenance must only be carried out by properly qualified, authorised
personnel. If the appliance requires maintenance or service, please contact
our after sales support centre.
• The service technician must strictly comply with:
– all safety instructions in the manual provided with the appliance
– all relevant provisions of gas-related local laws and regulations.
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R290-SpecicSafetyAdvice(Cont.)
• After servicing the appliance, the service technician must:
– check that air cannot enter the refrigerant system
– check for refrigerant leaks when moving the air conditioner
– carry out a test cycle under controlled conditions after installing the unit and
record the operating data.
Disposal
• This air conditioner contains a flammable refrigerant, which must be
removed before disposal. Contact your municipal authorities for any codes
or regulations concerning the disposal of such materials.
• At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household
rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have
a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of
inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical
consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling and recovery of the
refrigerant.
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Before you start
• Unpacking: This product has been packaged to protect it against
transportation damage. Unpack the appliance and keep the original
packaging materials in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the
product needs to be transported in the future, and you can use it to store
the appliance when it is not in use. In the event that the packaging is to be
disposed of, please recycle it where possible.
• Safe packaging disposal: Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for
babies and young children, so ensure all packaging materials are kept out of
their reach and disposed of safely.
• Inspection: Unwind the cord fully and inspect it for damage. Do not use if
any part of the appliance is damaged. In case of damage, contact our after
sales support centre for advice.
• Documentation: Read the manual to familiarise yourself with all parts and
operating principles of the portable air conditioner. Pay particular attention to
the safety instructions on the previous pages.
Electric shock hazard!
Before installation, cleaning or or servicing, ensure the unit is switched off
and disconnected from the power outlet to prevent possible injury.
Getting Started
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ProductOverview
Scopeofdelivery
A Portable air conditioner
1 Louvre
2 Control panel (see page 12 for details)
3 Front panel
4 Castor wheels
5 Air inlet
6 Drainage outlet
7 Air outlet
8 Power cord and plug
9 Drainage outlet
Front view (Fig. 3) Rear view (Fig. 4)
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ProductOverview(Cont.)
B Accessory parts (Fig. 5)
NOTE: Due to continued product improvement, images and illustrations in this
manual may vary slightly from the product purchased. All images in this manual are for
reference purposes only. Parts are not necessarily pictured to scale.
Flexible air exhaust hose
Exhaust hose connector
(window end)
Adjustable window slider (for
67.5cm – 123cm windows)
Remote control
Exhaust hose connector (hous-
ing adaptor) (air conditioner end)
2 Dowels
2 AAA-size batteries
(packaged separately)
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Control panel (Fig. 6)
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High fan speed
Low fan speed
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Remote control (Fig. 7)
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NOTE: Do not drop the remote control.
Do not place the remote control in a location exposed to direct
sunlight.
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Installation
Installing the air exhaust hose
IMPORTANT!
For best performance, keep the length of the air exhaust hose to the minimum
length necessary during operation.
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
• Insert the fixing clip of the
housing connector into the
openings at the back of the
air conditioner (Fig. 9).
• Fit the exhaust hose and
housing connectors to
the ends of the flexible air
exhaust hose, twisting them
into place (Fig. 8).
• For temporary installation
(in fan mode only), lead the
exhaust hose connector
(window end) out of an open
window (Fig. 10).
NOTE: Ambient air will still
be able to enter the room
this way. To cool the room
effectively,thewindowkit
must be properly installed.
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Installing the window kit
Your window kit has been designed to fit most standard ‘horizontal’ and
‘vertical’ window applications, but for certain types of windows it may be
necessary for you to improvise/modify some aspects of the installation
procedure.
Installation (Cont.)
• Adjust the window slider to the length of a horizontally (or height of a
vertically) opening window (Fig. 11) and fix it with a dowel (Fig. 12).
Fig. 11
• Fit the slider to the bottom of the window sill (or to the side of the window, if
it opens vertically), then close the window.
• Fit the exhaust hose connector (window end) through the opening to the
outside (Fig. 13).
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
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Instructions
Using the portable air conditioner
• Before switching the unit on for the first time, make sure you have properly
installed the exhaust hose and window kit (see pages 5–8 and 14–15) and
inserted two AAA size batteries into the remote control (see page 22).
• Find a place for the air conditioner where there is a power outlet nearby.
• Install the exhaust hose through
the window kit so that the hot air is
expelled to the outside (Fig. 14).
• Ensure the rubber stoppers at the
back of the appliance are properly
in place to block the drainage
outlets.
• Plug the portable air conditioner
into a properly earthed 220–240V ~
50Hz mains socket and switch on
power to the outlet.
NOTE: Do not connect it to a multiple socket outlet that is also being used
for other electrical appliances. Do not connect it to an extension cord.
• Press the POWER button and the unit will start operation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Room size: It is important to use the right size air conditioner in the
room you want to cool. (This appliance is suitable for cooling rooms of
18m2–23m2 size.)
• Exhaust hose: This MUST BE CONNECTED and hot air expelled to the
outside for the appliance to work properly. Keep the hose as short as
possible.
• Noise: As the compressor is inside the room, a portable air conditioner
makes more noise than a split system, where the compressor is outside.
• Forbestcoolingefficiency,keepblindsandcurtainsclosedduring the
sunniest part of the day. Close off any fireplace damper, floor and/or wall
register so cool air does not escape through the chimney or duct work.
• Switchingon/o:After switching on, allow 30 seconds for cool air to
flow through the louvres. Avoid starting the air conditioner soon after
switching off, and avoid switching it off immediately after switching on.
Allow at least 3 minutes in between switching the unit on and then off,
or vice versa.
• Movingtheappliance: Take care when moving the appliance as conden-
sation water may spill out. Ensure the drip tray is empty before moving it.
Fig. 14
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Cooling mode
• Press the MODE button until the cooling mode indicator illuminates.
• Press the DOWN (-) or UP (+) button repeatedly to set the desired room
temperature between 16°C and 31°C.
• Press the SPEED button to select the fan speed: high, medium or low.
NOTE: For best cooling efficiency, make sure that:
* Curtains/blinds are closed if your room is directly exposed to the sun.
* The air conditioner is located away from any heat source.
Dehumidifying mode
• Press the MODE button until the dehumidifying mode indicator illuminates.
• The unit will automatically set the fan motor to low speed and maintain the
room temperature at 2°C lower than the current room temperature (within
the 16°C to 31°C range).
Instructions (Cont.)
Fan mode
• Press the MODE button until the fan mode indicator illuminates.
• Press the SPEED button to select the fan speed.
Auto swing
• When the unit is running, press the SWING button to start automatic
oscillation. The louvre will swing continuously up and down.
• Press this button again to stop automatic oscillation and the louvre will
remain in that position.
Sleep mode
• While in cooling mode, press the SLEEP button to increase the
temperature gradually by two degrees for night-time use.
• In Sleep mode, the set the temperature will increase by 1°C after an hour
and by another degree after 2 hours.
• Press the SLEEP button again to cancel Sleep mode.
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Instructions (Cont.)
Timer operation
The air conditioner has a 24 hour timer, which you can set to start the unit at
a later time, or to switch off the unit automatically.
On-Timer setting
• With the unit switched off (but power supplied), press the TIMER button
and select the desired on-time using the UP and DOWN buttons.
• “Preset ON Time” is displayed on the operation panel.
• Timer OFF setting
Off-Timer setting
• Use the same procedure as above, but while the unit is switched on, to set
an auto-off time.
• “Preset OFF Time” is displayed on the operation panel.
Water full alarm
Condensation water that forms during cooling will drop into an in-built drip
tray. When the water level in the drip tray is getting too full, an automatic
water level sensor illuminates the Water Full indicator on the control panel to
alert you that the drip tray needs
to be emptied.
Should the Water Full indicator
light up during operation,
proceed as follows:
• Place a pan under the water
drainage outlet at the bottom
of the unit. Alternatively,
attach a water drain hose (not
supplied) to a drainage outlet
(Fig. 15).
• Remove the rubber stopper
and drain all water out of the
tray.
Fig. 15
Drainage
outlet
Drainage
outlet
Air outlet
Drainage outlet
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Problem Possible Causes Solution
Unit does not
start when
pressing
the POWER
button.
The water full (FULL) indicator
blinks, indicating that the drip
tray is full.
Drain the condensation water
manually.
The room temperature is lower
than the set temperature. Reset the temperature.
Low cooling
performance.
Doors or windows to the
room are open.
Ensure all windows and
doors to the room are closed.
There are heat sources inside
the room.
Remove the heat sources, if
possible.
The exhaust air hose is not
connected, or blocked.
Connect or clean the
exhaust air hose.
The set temperature is too high. Reset the temperature.
The air inlet is blocked. Clean the air inlet.
Noisy
The ground is not level or not
flat enough.
Make sure to place the unit
on a flat, level ground.
The sound comes from the
refrigerant flowing inside the
air conditioner.
This is normal and no cause
for concern.
E0 Code The room temperature sensor
failed.
Call for service to replace
the part (the unit can also
work without replacement).
E1 Code Condenser temperature
sensor failed.
Call for service to replace
the part.
E2 Code Water drip tray is full. Drain the water manually
out of the drip tray.
E3 Code Evaporator temperature
sensor failed.
Call for service to replace
the part.
If you experience problems with your portable air conditioner, or it appears
not to be operating correctly, check the information below for solutions
to common problems. If none of the solutions offered help you solve your
problem, please contact our after sales support centre for advice.
Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself!
FAQs & Troubleshooting Guide
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Cleaning the air filter
This unit has an air intake filter at the back of the unit. If the air filter clogs up
with dust, the airflow volume will be reduced. We recommend cleaning the filter
once every two weeks.
To remove the filter, proceed as follows (Fig. 16):
• Open the air inlet grille and take off the air filter.
• Clean the air filter with a mild detergent in lukewarm water (max. 40°C).
Rinse thoroughly.
• Let all parts dry completely in the shade before reinstallation.
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Care and cleaning
Electric shock hazard!
Before cleaning and servicing, ensure the unit is switched off and
disconnected from the power outlet to prevent possible injury.
Cleaning the air conditioner
• Wipe the housing with a damp cloth, moistened with water and a little mild
detergent. Dry with a soft, dry cloth.
CAUTION: Do not wash the unit directly. Do not use any solvent or alcohol-
based cleaning agent on any surface. Using such harsh cleansers will scratch
or damage the surface, or can even lead to deformation of the housing.
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